Appofeniacs 2026

Overview

Appofeniacs is a horror thriller film directed and written by Chris Marrs Piliero. The production, which has a runtime of 91 minutes, explores the dangers of artificial intelligence technology and the potential consequences of deepfake media. The plot follows a character named Duke who engages in a series of reckless deepfake creations. His actions demonstrate how easily individuals can use mobile applications to produce deceptive videos of unsuspecting victims, which can result in the destruction of lives or lead to fatal outcomes. As these videos are unleashed into the world, the story culminates in a series of violent mortalities. The cast includes Sean Gunn, Jermaine Fowler, Samantha Cormier, Michael Abbott Jr., Harley Bronwyn, David Pressman, and Aaron Holliday. The film is a United States production that premiered at FrightFest on August 22, 2025, and was scheduled for a theatrical release on October 2, 2026. The film is categorized within the horror and thriller genres, focusing on the theme of manipulation and the difficulty of distinguishing between reality and digital deception.